Scotland

Wooden platform older than Stonehenge found hidden beneath man-made island in Scotland

The analysis found that the crannog started out as a circular wooden platform, measuring at around 23 meters across, and topped with brushwood.

The crannog at Loch Bhorgastail, Scotland, May 8, 2026.
The Boclair Road Roman Fortlet as it may once have been, March 25, 2026.

Roman fort found north of Hadrian’s Wall may have been used to defend against unconquered Scotland

A woman waves a flag as demonstrators take part in a protest under the slogan 'Greenland is for Greenlanders' in front of the US Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark, January 14, 2026.

Denmark refuses to consider its own two-state solution, yet preaches one for Israel - opinion

Protesters fly Iranian and Palestinian flags at a rally denouncing Israeli airstrikes on Iran, Glasgow, Scotland, June 23, 2025.

Pro-Scottish independence social media accounts go silent during Iran internet shutdown


Reginald D. Hunter's Edinburgh show: A disturbing blend of comedy and antisemitism - opinion

Edinburgh comedian Reginald D. Hunter's recent performance drew controversy with a joke likening Israel to a self-abusing woman blaming her husband, sparking outrage and violence against protests.

 REGINALD D. HUNTER is a Black man who should understand what racial persecution is, says the writer.

Scottish National Party removes parliament whip for saying war in Gaza doesn't amount to 'genocide'

Many politicians in Mason's party are among the most critical in Scotland of Israel's conduct in Gaza.

 Scottish National Party candidate John Mason gestures for photographers as he leaves the Glasgow east by-election count night at the Tollcross leisure centre in Glasgow, Scotland July 25, 2008.

Surprising: This is the most crowded tourist site in Europe

Edinburgh Castle in Scotland named as the most crowded tourist site in Europe by a study from The Thinking Traveler. Other busy attractions include Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London.

 Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

12,000 acres of majesty: A tour of the royal castle

Explore the 12,000 acres and stunning architecture of the royal Balmoral Castle - a rare chance to step into the world of British royalty this summer.

  An experience not to be missed. Balmoral Castle /

Scotland's former first minister Humza Yousaf faces probe after quarter-million donation to Gaza

Scotland's former first minister reportedly donated £250,000, out of a fund destined for Malawi, Rwanda, Zambia and Pakistan, only a day before his in-laws were given passage from Gaza

 Scotland's first minister and Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Humza Yousaf arrives at St Giles' Cathedral to attend a National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication, in Edinburgh on July 5, 2023.

Vandalism campaign smashes, ransacks Israel-connected businesses in UK

Elbit had logged 170 Palestine Action attacks against 37 companies since from July 2020 until November 2023.

 Palestine Action activist in Buckinghamshire

Scotland's Humza Yousaf resigns as country's leader

The leadership crisis and a second no-confidence vote against the Scottish government deepens problems faced by Yousaf's Scottish National Party, which is losing support after 17 years of leadership.

 Scotland's first minister and Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Humza Yousaf arrives at St Giles' Cathedral to attend a National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication, in Edinburgh on July 5, 2023.

UK government backs J.K. Rowling in Scottish hate crime law challenge

Writer J.K. Rowling attends the British premiere of 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald' movie in London, Britain, November 13, 2018

Henry Wuga, survivor and Holocaust educator, dies at 100

Wuga worked as a ski instructor for the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen’s Association, teaching veterans who had lost limbs how to ski.

 Henry Wuga, a Holocaust survivor who died at 100.

Israeli soccer star leaves UK team after pro-Palestinian fan treatment - report

Luzon, the chief of Maccabi Petah Tikvah, said in a statement on Sport 5 that pro-Palestinian fans left Abada “no choice” but to leave Celtic FC.

Soccer Football - Scottish Cup - Fourth Round - Celtic v Buckie Thistle - Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - January 21, 2024 Celtic's Liel Abada reacts